South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stated he asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate on North Korean issues during their recent summit. Lee expressed hope for China's role in resolving the nuclear crisis and easing inter-Korean animosities, noting that communication channels with Pyongyang are blocked. Xi reportedly advised patience and acknowledged South Korea's efforts, while China's foreign ministry reiterated its commitment to regional stability. Lee also proposed a nuclear freeze for compensation, though North Korea has declared itself a nuclear state.